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1. Describe the era of the 1970s to the 1990s. Why is it labeled the “conservative backlash”? Provide a summary of the time period, and then specifically include reference to the War on Drugs, and what that did to people of color? (2 paragraphs minimum)
2. Discuss what happened on 9/11, and discuss what the posted videos had to say about it. Why is what they said important? Then tell me how America changed in response to 9/11. Be sure to include the Patriot Act here. (3 paragraphs minimum)
3. Describe the war at home that existed during WWII. Who was targeted? What did this teach you about society and government’s impulses during times of war? Explain. (2 paragraphs minimum)
4. Discuss three of the 10 myths made about immigrants in the United States. Explain why they are myths, and why it matters to know the truth. In addition, discuss another immigrant ethnic group that was targeted and blamed during U.S. history. What does this show us that such blame is still happening? (2 paragraphs minimum)
5. Discuss the Watts Riots of 1965 and the LA Riots of 1992. What do they have in common? What were the causes? Do you think that any of the same issues and grievances are present in today’s society? Be sure to reference Hurricane Katrina here as well as the Black Lives Matter movement. (3 paragraphs minimum)
6. What are your thoughts on the pretense of American democracy now that you have studied American history? Do you think that the U.S. always ensures and protects democracy, both domestically as well as abroad? Why or why not? Defend your position here by incorporating at least three specific examples from both the 20th and 21st centuries. In your answer, be sure to discuss at least one specific president trump policy, and then discuss what you feel his impact has been on American democracy. (3 paragraphs minimum)